Musculoskeletal System

Neck pain and headache after whiplash injury: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Al-Khazali, Haidar Muhsen PAIN: May 2020 – Volume 161 – Issue 5 – p 880-888 doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001805 Abstract Neck pain and headache are 2 of the most common complications of whiplash injury. Therefore, we performed a systematic literature search on PubMed and Embase for publications reporting on the prevalence of neck pain and headache after […]

Subacromial decompression surgery for adults with shoulder pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis

Citation:  Lähdeoja T, Karjalainen T, Jokihaara J, et alSubacromial decompression surgery for adults with shoulder pain: a systematic review with meta-analysis. British Journal of Sports Medicine 2020;54:665-673. Online issue publication:  May 15, 2020 Abstract Objective To determine the benefits and harms of subacromial decompression surgery in adult patients with subacromial pain syndrome lasting for more […]

Human intervertebral discs harbour a unique microbiome and dysbiosis determines health and disease

Published: 14 May 2020 Shanmuganathan Rajasekaran European Spine Journal (2020) Abstract Background To document the role of sub-clinical infections in disc disorders and investigate the existence of microbiome in intervertebral discs (IVD). Methods Genomic DNA from 24 lumbar IVDs [8—MRI normal discs (ND) from brain dead yet alive organ donors, 8—disc herniation (DH), 8—disc degeneration […]

The Motion Specific Release Ten‐Point TMJ Protocol – Internal Procedures – Part 2 – Video

The MSR Ten‐Point TMJ Protocol – Part 2 by Brian Abelson In part two of this video series we focus on using internal procedures to address the soft tissue structures of the jaw which are causing temporomandibular dysfunction. Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD) are a group of conditions that affect both the joints and the soft tissue […]

Comparing targeted thrust manipulation with general thrust manipulation in patients with low back pain. A general approach is as effective as a specific one. A randomised controlled trial – Full Text

BMJ Open Sport & Exercise Medicine 2019;5:e000514. doi: 10.1136/bmjsem-2019-000514 Christopher J McCarthy Abstract Background Spinal manipulation is commonly used to treat back pain. The application of spinal manipulation has traditionally involved an element of targeting the technique to a level of the spine where the proposed movement dysfunction is sited. We evaluated the effects of a […]

Excess coffee consumption a culprit for poor health

Newswise: All Journal News May 13, 2020 Cappuccino, latte or short black, coffee is one of the most commonly consumed drinks in the world. But whether it’s good or bad for your health can be clarified by genetics, as a world-first study from the University of South Australia’s Australian Centre for Precision Health shows that excess coffee consumption can cause […]

Effect of Biomechanical Footwear on Knee Pain in People With Knee Osteoarthritis

May 12, 2020 The BIOTOK Randomized Clinical Trial Stephan Reichenbach, MD, MSc JAMA. 2020;323(18):1802-1812. doi:10.1001/jama.2020.3565 Key Points Question Is an individualized biomechanical footwear therapy effective for reducing knee pain in people with knee osteoarthritis? Findings In this randomized clinical trial that included 220 participants with knee pain due to knee osteoarthritis, treatment with an individualized biomechanical […]

Effect of hip abductor strengthening exercises in knee osteoarthritis: A randomized controlled trial

Yuenyongviwat V, Duangmanee S, Iamthanaporn K BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders | May 11, 2020 Among patients suffering from medial compartment knees osteoarthritis knee, researchers assessed the impact of hip abductor exercises. The patients were randomly assigned to two groups: hip abductor strengthening exercises, combined with quadriceps strengthening exercises, were performed by those in the first group, […]

Sciatic Nerve Release – Motion Specific Release – Video

From the YouTube Website:  In this video Dr. Abelson demonstrates some of the Motion Specific Release (MSR) procedures we use to release the Sciatic Nerve. Symptoms of sciatica can be caused by disc herniation, foraminal stenosis, spinal stenosis, or entrapment of the sciatic nerve. Fortunately, most cases of Sciatica do NOT require Surgery, as long […]

Effects of Trigger Point Dry Needling for the Management of Knee Pain Syndromes: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

J. Clin. Med. 2020, 9(7), 2044; https://doi.org/10.3390/jcm9072044 Received: 6 May 2020 / Revised: 23 June 2020 / Accepted: 25 June 2020 / Published: 29 June 2020 by Youssef Rahou-El-Bachiri Abstract Background: To evaluate the effect of trigger point dry needling alone or as an adjunct with other interventions on pain and related disability in people […]

Acupotomy versus Manual Acupuncture for the Treatment of Back and/or Leg Pain in Patients with Lumbar Disc Herniation: A Multicenter, Randomized, Controlled, Assessor-Blinded Clinical Trial

J Pain Res. 2020 Apr 1;13:677-687. doi: 10.2147/JPR.S234761. eCollection 2020. Jeong JK Abstract BACKGROUND: Acupotomy, which involves the addition of a scalpel function to the conventional acupuncture treatment, has recently been applied as a conservative treatment method for lumbar disc herniation (LDH). This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of acupotomy, compared to manual acupuncture, […]

Noninvasive Nonpharmacological Treatment for Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review Update [Internet].

Editors Skelly AC, Chou R, Dettori JR, Turner JA, Friedly JL, Rundell SD, Fu R, Brodt ED, Wasson N, Kantner S, Ferguson AJR. Source Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (US); 2020 Apr. Report No.: 20-EHC009. AHRQ Comparative Effectiveness Reviews. Structured Abstract Objectives: We updated the evidence from our 2018 report assessing persistent […]

Using cumulative load to explain how body mass index and daily walking relate to worsening knee cartilage damage over two years: The MOST study

Arthritis & Rheumatology — Voinier D, Neogi T, Stefanik JJ, et al. | May 04, 2020 This study was attempted to assess knee overloading and underloading by characterizing cumulative load as the joint impacts of BMI and daily walking, and investigate the association between cumulative load and worsening cartilage damage over 2 years. Researchers applied […]

Reliability of the buttock applied strain test to diagnose radicular pain in patients with low back pain

Pain Practice — Dekel BGS, Sorella MC, Vasarri A, et al. | May 01, 2020 This study was intended to assess reliability of the buttock applied strain test for the diagnosis of radicular pain in patients with low back pain. Researchers included a sum of 395 consecutive patients with low‐back pain (LBP) to examine sensitivity, […]

Are weather conditions associated with chronic musculoskeletal pain? Review of results and methodologies

Beukenhorst, Anna L.a, PAIN: April 2020 – Volume 161 – Issue 4 – p 668-683 doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001776 Abstract Many people believe that weather influences chronic musculoskeletal pain. Previous studies on this association are narratively reviewed, with particular focus on comparing methodologies and summarising study findings in light of study quality. We searched 5 databases (Medline, Embase, Web of […]

The Motion Specific Release Ten‐Point TMJ Protocol – Part 1 – Video

Brian Abelson Apr 26, 2020 Disorders (TMD) are a group of conditions that affect both the joints and the soft tissue structures of the jaw region. In part one of this two part video series we focus on using external procedures to address the soft tissue structures of the jaw which are causing temporomandibular dysfunction. […]

Overlapping, Masquerading, and Causative Cervical Spine and Shoulder Pathology: A Systematic Review

Global Spine J. 2020 Apr;10(2):195-208. doi: 10.1177/2192568218822536. Epub 2019 Feb 17. Katsuura Y1,2,3, Bruce J1, Taylor S2,3,4, Gullota L2,3,4, Kim HJ2,3,4. Abstract STUDY DESIGN: Systematic review. OBJECTIVE: To assess the current literature regarding the relationship between the shoulder and the spine with regard to (1) overlapping pain pathways; (2) differentiating history, exam findings, and diagnostic […]

The Nordic maintenance care program: maintenance care reduces the number of days with pain in acute episodes and increases the length of pain free periods for dysfunctional patients with recurrent and persistent low back pain

The Nordic maintenance care program: maintenance care reduces the number of days with pain in acute episodes and increases the length of pain free periods for dysfunctional patients with recurrent and persistent low back pain – a secondary analysis of a pragmatic randomized controlled trial Andreas Eklund Chiropractic & Manual Therapies Volume 28, Article number: 19 (2020) Abstract Background A […]

Gout Raises Risk of Heart Failure in Older Adults

— Results support need for interventions to reduce the excess risk in this population, researchers say by Nancy Walsh, Senior Staff Writer, MedPage Today April 21, 2020 Older individuals with gout were at increased risk for incident heart failure, a large population-based cohort study found. Among participants enrolled in the REasons for Geographic And Racial Differences […]

Effectiveness of Platelet-Rich Plasma Injections for Nonsurgical Management of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis of Randomized Controlled Trials

Archives of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Michael Catapano, MD VOLUME 101, ISSUE 5, P897-906, MAY 01, 2020 Highlights •  Platelet-rich plasma (PRP) is theorized to reduce inflammation and promote neuronal and axon regeneration. •  Four randomized controlled trials assessed the effects of PRP on pain and function in carpal tunnel syndrome. •  PRP results in […]